Sing-along time at a memory cafe is a highlight for people dealing with dementia

Memory cafes—social support groups combining music and community for people with dementia and caregivers—are growing across the U.S., with approximately 600 now listed in the Dementia Friendly America database, 100 of which specifically incorporate music therapy. A Vermont example shows how singing and shared camaraderie reduce isolation and emotional strain for both patients and family caregivers.